Lab Technician HACCP Food Safety

Link Snacks; Perry (GA); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision benefits

401k participation

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Link Snacks is seeking a Microbiologist to manage the Listeria Control Program, pre-operational swabbing, and environmental monitoring. The role requires maintaining several quality programs, validating lab equipment, and ensuring correct documentation while working in a plant/office environment.

The candidate should be capable of working in refrigerated conditions, possess HAACP certification within 6 months, and have strong math and English skills.

Qualifications

• Works in a fast-paced environment and completes training for HAACP within 6 months of hire/transfer.
• Has a firm knowledge of QA methods, product testing standards, regulatory compliance, and documentation procedures.
• Able to follow policies and interact respectfully in a team setting.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office programs and basic math.
• Reads and writes English proficiently.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the LCOP by weekly Listeria swabbing in sampling areas.
• Maintain weekly swabbing for Pre-Operational environmental sampling.
• Maintain the weekly environmental air monitoring swabbing program.
• Maintain the process water monitor program.
• Implement Micro Corrective Action when results exceed limits.

Skills

Fast-paced environment

HAACP certification

Quality issue resolution

Quality assurance methods

Product testing methods

Regulatory compliance

Documentation procedures

Microsoft Office

Policy adherence

Teamwork

Math aptitude

English language

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Hours:

• 3rd Shift: Friday - Sunday, 4am - 5pm

Primary Purpose:

To perform necessary functions in order ensure the following are executed:

Accountabilities:

• Maintain the LCOP (Listeria Control Program) by performing weekly Listeria swabbing of areas that are selected for sampling
• Maintain the Pre-Operational environmental swabbing and testing program by performing weekly swabbing of the areas that are selected for sampling
• Maintain the environmental air monitoring program by performing weekly swabbing of areas that are selected for sampling.
• Maintain the process water monitor program
• Implement Micro Corrective Action when results of LCOP, Pre-Operational, and operational environment swabbing have exceeded limits.
• Complete testing on all finished product that has been produced during scheduled operating hours.
• Maintain the QPT (Quarterly USDA Pathogen Testing Program) by sending out finished product samples to contract outside laboratory.
• Complete validation, calibration, temperature monitoring, and cleaning of all Micro Lab equipment.
• Maintain COA (Certificate of Acceptance), COC (Certificates of Compliance), and COG (Certificates of Guarantee) under the Micro Lab’s document control program.
• Document all test results by recording results into the company shared document files.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Manage the Micro Lab inventory and report when supplies are needed.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to sit/stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to work in a refrigerated environment.
• Must be able to repeatedly lift, push/pull over 25 lbs.
• Must be able to bend, kneel, squat, reach, and grasp routinely throughout shift.

This job description should be used as a guideline only and is not meant to be all-inclusive.

Refer to JASA:

Microbiologist, Office Personal

Additional information

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The work environment is a plant / office setting with varying degrees of temperatures and noise levels. Exposure to manufacturing equipment movement and wet / slippery floors. Travel may be required.

Qualifications:

Qualifications

Skills Required:

• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to complete training course and acquire HAACP certification within 6 months of hire/transfer.
• Must be able to effectively implement solutions to quality issues.
• Must have a firm knowledge of quality assurance methods, product testing methods, standard measurements, regulatory compliance standards, and documentation procedures.
• Must have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.
• Must adhere to all company policies and regulatory guidelines.
• Must be able to accept direction from Supervisors and Managers.
• Must be able to interact with others in a respectful manner.
• Must be able to work in a team-oriented environment.
• Must demonstrate a math aptitude.
• Must be able to read and write in the English Language.

Pay range for this role is $22.50 - $26.00 (Annual). Actual wage will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, and candidate skill set and experience. Base pay is just one component of Link Snacks Total Rewards package for Team Members. Other rewards may include annual incentive and program-specific awards. Link Snacks provides a variety of benefits to eligible Team Members, including medical, dental and vision benefits, life and disability insurance, 401k participation, paid holidays, and paid time off.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to be successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or more up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The work environment is a plant/office setting with varying degrees of temperatures and noise levels. Exposure to manufacturing equipment movement and wet/slippery floors. However, the vast amount of work is conducted in a climate-controlled office. Travel may be required.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

Link Snacks provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic that is protected by federal, state or local law.

E-VERIFY:

Link Snacks is participant in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For information about the E-Verify program, please visit: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation:

$23-$23